U.S. Customs and Border Protection Otay Mesa Port of Entry

Category: Border crossing station in San Diego, California

Address: 9777 Via de la Amistad, San Diego, CA 92154, USA

Phone: +16196907696

Opening hours

Sunday: Closed

Monday: 6AM–8PM

Tuesday: 6AM–8PM

Wednesday: 6AM–8PM

Thursday: 6AM–8PM

Friday: 6AM–8PM

Saturday: Closed

Reviews

Gloria Garcia

Jul 10, 2022

Absolutely TERRIBLE!!! Google maps gives you directions for the border crossing from the airport basically cutting people that won’t let you pass . When your just following the directions . The lines and wait times are over 1hr . Save your money and time don’t waste it flying from TJ

Mr C

Apr 30, 2022

Why have ready lane when the regular lane is faster? They have over 20 lanes with two booths, yet open 5 lanes with only with one booth, and that's on a good day.

César Rincón Mayorga

Dec 29, 2021

So old school. This place has the same vibe its had since the 00's: feels old, murky, dirty and way too small. Lines for permits (i-94) are extremely slow, could take up to two hours. The only good thing here are the CBP officers that check everyone's documents, they are very quick and efficient. 2/5.

Jeanette Aparicio

May 18, 2021

How come there’s like at least 15 “lanes” but there always closed?! Like 3 ready lanes and 1 regular lane almost all the time! You always see on the news how there expanding the lanes and opening more, NOT TRUE! Instead of focusing on the other side and wasting money on all these border patrol people they should focus on their border for their tax paying citizens and work on reducing wait times and actually putting these border patrol agents on and opening the lanes!!! Are those just extra for decoration?! You’re doing a bad job border patrol chief!

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Questions & Answers

I need to get to the airport in Tijuana Mexico but I don't want to park my car there is there somewhere I can park it safe and cross the border without going to the city

Reddel Rocha | Aug 22, 2019
Miriam Patricia Sierra Andrade | Aug 22, 2019

Yes, there is a place, you do not cross the line, the parking is inside the USA and you pass to the airport on foot, it is parking for those who are going to travel by plane from Tijuana

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Does Otay have pay lots to park your car on the US side like the san Ysidro border does...?

mobileweld inc | Aug 22, 2019
Christian Bravo | Aug 22, 2019

Yes..and walk less to the border

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Is there a place where you can catch a cab

david bunge | Aug 22, 2018
Rudy Ornelas | Aug 22, 2018

Yeah, just walk outside ypu can call an uber, taxi or take a shuttle or bus.

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Is Otay open in bothdirections 24 hours for walking

Bronxcali | Aug 22, 2019
Christian Ivan Lopez | Aug 22, 2019

Otay is open 24/7 walking or in car, is 24/7 all year..

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Can someone cross back to the U.S with certificate of naturalization?

Fabiola Mota | Aug 22, 2019
Norma Gonzalez | Aug 22, 2019

Yes, by lane walking, with proper documents...

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If we don't have our passports can we cross with birth certificates and ID?

Teresa Zarate | Jun 22, 2022
Alejandra Del Olmo | Jun 22, 2022

Yes You can

there was a situation at the port of entry pedestrian line today don't know all the details however the cbp officers there a male and a female did not handle the situation properly they need more training in diplomacy alot of yelling without need

Evaristo Garcia | May 23, 2022
JAL PALOMARES | May 23, 2022

You need to report this through the contact info on the website.

Is the crossing from Mexico to the United States open on foot?

Diego Salvador Munoz Barrera | May 23, 2022
Danny Jim | May 23, 2022

Otay port of call open and only one port of call open in san ysidro

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Will the boarding be closed this month for unessentials ???

Jenny Cernas | Aug 21, 2021
rachelle baltierra | Aug 21, 2021

All Americans with tourists visa are allowed to travel back and forth no issues tourists visas only apply TI MEXICAN NATIONALS

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Someone save much time for horita cross ???

martin vazquez | Aug 21, 2020
Jose Astorga | Aug 21, 2020

Huy just saw it, there is a page of the custom that gives the report of how many cars cross per hour not how much row there is, there is an app of the custom BWT, you just have to filter which door to choose, since they publish all United States .

Are they open on veterans day?

M V | Aug 21, 2020
Martha Bensalem (DelfinesAzules) | Aug 21, 2020

Yes

is the inspection centre open on saturdays? I am looking to get paper work for my car to get registered.

julia ruscio | Aug 21, 2020
Michael Ramirez | Aug 21, 2020

Yea it is the hours vary though

What's the difference between the "Ready Lane" and the all traffic lane?

Pete Puebla | Aug 22, 2019
Rafael Russell | Aug 22, 2019

Ready lane much quicker to cross but you have to have the proper documents to be in that line

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If I'm dropping someone off at the Mexico Tijuana airport and using his car to return to the US can I cross with his car?

Pete Puebla | Aug 22, 2019
Pete Puebla | Aug 22, 2019

Yes you can. You may be asked a few questions about the car. Just make sure it's registered and insured.

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Can u walk across too ?thanks

tony Marquez | Aug 22, 2019
Michael Ramirez | Aug 22, 2019

Yes of course you can

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What time those otay border close today

Diana Llona | Aug 22, 2019
Miguel Valladez. | Aug 22, 2019

They are open 24 hours

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can I ride or walk my bicycle across the border

kevin lloyd | Aug 22, 2019
Judith Zaragoza | Aug 21, 2020

You have to walk it through the pedestrian lane.

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I can cross a gasoline skate

Kassandra Houck | Aug 22, 2019
Miller Donovan | Aug 22, 2019

Where?

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Can I walk across from San Diego to Tijuana at this port?

Nancy Jazmin Garnica | Aug 22, 2019
Amy Llanas | Aug 22, 2019

Yes

Hi Good Morning . Did u know the web site to apply to renew visa for visitors. Thanks , have a nice day .

Olivia Garcia | Aug 22, 2019
Norma Gonzalez | Aug 22, 2019

Travel.state.gov

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What time are all traffic lanes open in Otay ? Im trying to cross around 3 a.m.

David Aliff | Aug 22, 2019
Christian Ivan Lopez | Aug 22, 2019

Is open 24 hours

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Is the border open now

beto miramontes | Aug 22, 2019
Francisco Rodríguez | Aug 22, 2019

Yes they opened at 630

How long does it take to cross the border by car and what is the best time and day of the week to do it?

Daniel Niño | Aug 22, 2019
Norma Gonzalez | Aug 22, 2019

Well, through otay's table you enter and leave early the times that I have done it, it took 15 to 20 minutes to enter

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Can I walk into the US from Otay?

Isaac Castelo | Aug 22, 2018
Christian Ivan Lopez | Aug 22, 2018

Yes you can.

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To go in to tj walking do they check your documents or is it just when you go back to the U.S.

Paola Reyes | Aug 22, 2018
George Martinez | Aug 22, 2018

They check your documrnts as well. But if u go aftet 5 pm your chances are better than going ealier

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My passport expired on June 23, 2018. I am going to Mexico for a short stay. Can I return to the US with my driver's license, Birth Certificate and Marriage Certificate and cross back into the US?

Sandra Addington | Aug 22, 2018
Pete Puebla | Aug 22, 2019

I cross back to the US with just a drivers license. I've used an expired passport as well. I've crossed quite a few times though so they probably have my picture and documents in their database. They never give me any slack about just crossing with my drivers license.

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How much does a cab charge to get to airport and can they drive you to the US side so i dont have to wait in line

Juan Coronado | Aug 22, 2018
Noel Arambulo | Aug 22, 2018

Not all cabs from mexico side can cross into the USA. Drivers have to have at least a b1/b2 visa. And depends on the day and time, traffic can be up to 3 hours long to cross. You have to negotiate with the mexican drivers how much before you get in the cab. Best to walk across and get uber or lyft at the US side.

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I have never asked anything, But is it okay to cross a battery for a car that your going to bring to Mexico?

Juan Macias | Aug 22, 2018
Erik Rivas | Aug 22, 2018

Yes, as long as it doesn't cost more than 100 dollars. Otherwise you must declare it and pay duty fee.

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Can I go through the Otay port of entry tonight with my car...?? Otay...??? Thank you

Ramiro Rivera | Jul 31, 2022
transportes bernal | Aug 7, 2022

If you can without problem, they are open 24 hours for all those who wish and can cross

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Are weekends open It says on here it’s closed I don’t understand why

laura flores | Jul 31, 2022
Jorge Santoyo | Jul 31, 2022

No, as far as I know, it is open

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how long is the waiting time to cross back to USA

Joe Montellano | Jul 24, 2022
Jorge Santoyo | Jul 24, 2022

Depends on the time of the day. And the day of the week. Could be anywhere from 30 minutes to a couple of hours

WHOM GIVE AUTHORIZATION TO TAKE PHOTOS AND VIDEOS ON FEDERAL PROPERTY AT A US PORT OF ENTRY?

CHARLES most | May 23, 2022
RAfael Barriga | May 23, 2022

Free to cross without line

Someone who knows one who is a citizen and has a daughter and was born in Mexico but she is officially a citizen too, can I go with her with her Mexican birth certificate???

Estrella Bovellan | Apr 23, 2022
Cynthia Ortiz | Apr 23, 2022

If you are officially a citizen, you have to pass as such

Where can I see the days that customs will be closed in 2022?

JRD Novus Apparel | Apr 23, 2022
TONY ARAMBURO | Apr 23, 2022

They never close.

Is this the border entry that is coming from the TJ airport?

Rosa Corona | Jan 23, 2022
Timothee Widmer | Jan 23, 2022

No that would be CBX on Britannia Blvd

Can I cross the East Otay Mesa crossing hauling a small boat/lancha? Or do I have to go somewhere else?

Phil Eager | Aug 21, 2021
Rae Burke | Aug 21, 2021

They probably wont turn you away At Otay, you can't look like a tourist. As long as you look like you know what you are doing, they wont bother you. Smaller port- less hassles

since covid is the otay walking entrance open 24/7?

Massiel Mora | Aug 21, 2021
froylan orozco | Aug 21, 2021

Yes is open its about 1 in half walking

Question is to date, is this open for pedestrian crossing? also, is this crossing less busy than the San Ysidro port of entry?

Pedro Gabriel Alvarado | Aug 21, 2021
Bismark Williamson | Jul 22, 2022

Is the otay pedestrian border walking into Mexico open 24hrs ?

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Can I drop someone off at Tijuana airport and cross back with just my driver license?

Yesenia Valois | Aug 21, 2021
Grace Lorraine | Aug 21, 2021

Is your vehicle totally situated--are the tags, title, and insurance all current and valid? Your plan should work. The only (big!) concern is being certain you are NOT in an expedited lane (like Sentri) if you haven't paid for the privilege to use it. However, "All Traffic" lanes are for anyone, even if just a driver's license. Crossing seems much easier with a new "REAL-ID" style credential.... They've gotten careful about fruits and veggies--even if you bought something in the USA, you won't necessarily be able to bring it BACK. Have fun, be safe, stay honest!

Is walking across boarder available 24 hours away also

Amanda Rios | Aug 21, 2021
Abel Jimenez | Aug 21, 2021

Yes

Do I need a negative COVID test result to enter the us by land?

Efren Osorio | Aug 21, 2021
Grace Lorraine | Aug 21, 2021

I've crossed the border as a US citizen and haven't needed any such thing as negative covid-19 test result.

At what time does the otay border crossing closes?

Gemima Ramirez | Aug 21, 2021
Alejandra Cedano | Aug 21, 2021

Open 24 hrs

Does anybody know how much they charge at the aduana if you take more than ten thousand dollars from US to Mexico? Thank you!

juanelo zamora | Aug 21, 2021
Charles Burba | Aug 21, 2021

That's very specific, but the rates change daily so no one can tell you but them.

There is parking at USA border entery or you can park at CBX.

Claudia Aguilar | Aug 21, 2021
Pablo Rosas | Aug 21, 2021

There's multiple parking on the US side. Is easier to park here and walk back in. The wait in the car lane can get overwhelming.

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When you cross from the US to Mexico, they ask you for documents, and what kind?

juanelo zamora | Aug 21, 2021
Ismael Gonzalez | Aug 21, 2021

There are two lines, one is for Mexicans and the other for foreigners. They do not always ask you to prove that you are Mexican, that is very rarely and in the foreigners, your valid passport is enough.

I have a question what are the requirements to cross to Tijuana in a car?

Edgar Ramirez | Aug 21, 2020
salvador najar | Aug 21, 2020

To have all your documents in order, just as if you where in the states (insurance, drivers license, registration).

What time do they close for pedestrian crossing in Otay Mesa?

Jesus Villagomez | Aug 21, 2020
salvador najar | Aug 21, 2020

It's my understanding that it operates 24 hrs same as the car lanes.

I can fill cigars from Tijuana. To the Angels

martha cervantes | Aug 21, 2020
eliseo velazques gonzales | Aug 21, 2020

I think so

Will the border lines be open in these weeks?

Julio Jauregui | Aug 21, 2020
Obed Ibarra | Aug 21, 2020

Everything is normal to cross

I'm returning from mexico in a 45' motor home. Do I get behind the trucks or can I go in the Auto line at the Otay Mesa crossing?

R Perry | Aug 21, 2020
R. Acosta | Aug 21, 2020

Yes the normal lane is correct.

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Is the border at Otay Mesa open Monday 2/17/2020 for commercial crossing?

Ron Liebelt | Aug 21, 2020
Martha Bensalem (DelfinesAzules) | Aug 21, 2020

To be honest I don't know...🙃

Can tour buses cross with US & Canadian citizens cross at Otay Mesa?

Mary G | Aug 21, 2020
Gustavo Limón | Aug 21, 2020

No the bus cross emty and the people cross walking!!!

Hello my partner was arrested on the line and they told me that their things are in a place in Otay .. They know the direction to go to recojerlas

Beatriz Lopez Meza | Aug 21, 2020
R. Acosta | Aug 21, 2020

9777 Via de la Amistad, San Diego, California 92154

Where is the all traffic lane in otay i have been told that i have to use that lane but cant never find it i always use the ready lane

Cecilia Gutierrez | Aug 21, 2020
Martha Bensalem (DelfinesAzules) | Aug 21, 2020

It's depend in which border you are sometimes more than 3 hours

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Can I get an I-94 at the Otay Mesa border crossing?

garzas42 | Aug 21, 2020
Jesuss | Aug 21, 2020

Yeah

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If I cross in a car, can I park on the other side to process my i94? Is there entrance from the USA side to the checkpoint?

Roberto Camacho T | Aug 21, 2020
Miller Donovan | Aug 21, 2020

And

Hi, I'm going from Mexico to Usa, can I walk on the pedestrian to process my i94 and then come back by my car?

Roberto Camacho T | Aug 21, 2020
Miller Donovan | Aug 21, 2020

If it is also the same in a car but you will have to park once you cruse

What's the best (safest) over night parking on the US side for the pedestrian crossing at Otay Mesa?

Peter Lam | Aug 21, 2020
Erik Roan | Aug 21, 2020

Tello's Parking

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If I have my permission for 6 months, and I barely have 1 month, I can go to Tijuana for 5 hours and return without problems?

Edith Rodríguez Cornejo | Aug 22, 2019
Judith Zaragoza | Aug 21, 2020

That question is for the immigration department. www.uscis.gov

If I have my permission for 6 months, and I barely have a month, can I go out for a few hours and regress, without problems? •• From Los Angeles or Tijuana •• (Sure, for the line again)

Edith Rodríguez Cornejo | Aug 22, 2019
Judith Zaragoza | Aug 21, 2020

If the permission you are talking about is the residence of the United States. Better ask the immigration department .... www.uscis.gov

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Anyone knows how bad is the traffic in the morning crossing driving from the us to Mexico around 8 AM

nashnaamo | Aug 22, 2019
Judith Zaragoza | Aug 21, 2020

Terrible during the week, many people cross to work or school.

Hi, I have a plane to catch at 10 AM at Tijuana Airport I am parking my car at the airport does anyone know how bad is the traffic in the morning

nashnaamo | Aug 22, 2019
Judith Zaragoza | Aug 21, 2020

To go to the airport. Not so bad but you can find out more about border xpress and see if they have parking. 2745 Otay Pacific Drive, San Diego, CA 92154, United States. For a small fee you cross the bridge and catch your plane, same when you come back.

How much do they charge per person to go through the table? Thank you

Cele Magana | Aug 22, 2019
Judith Zaragoza | Aug 21, 2020

I realize they don't charge. Only if you are traveling by the airport bridge, because you are going to take a plane.

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Can you bring furniture back from Mexico?

Patricia Salcido | Aug 22, 2019
Norma Gonzalez | Aug 22, 2019

Yes you can

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How long does it take to cross border T OTAY MESA ON A SATURDSY AFTERNOON

Mel Goldberg | Aug 22, 2019
Norma Gonzalez | Aug 22, 2019

Depends it takes me last time 20 minutes before 8:00am

I need a fax number to the Otay Mesa Port of entry. I need to send a medical emergency letter for emergency entry for family members. Can any one help please?

Susan Pontow-Lopez | Aug 22, 2019
Susan Pontow-Lopez | Aug 22, 2019

Yes, I have the letter. I am looking for a fax number to Otay Mesa Customs to fax it to.

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I am a disabled person. I require oxygen cylinders and a portable ventilator to travel. Am I allowed to cross the border with my equipment and or Do I need a Dr.'s letter too? Thank you

ninnette olivas | Aug 22, 2019
Norma Gonzalez | Aug 22, 2019

Oh my goodness you do the same question time ago...For me before if I plan to travel ..I should get an advice from my Dr.... otherwise I'll take the risk

Is there a place were property can be picked up?

Jose Sosa (Q) | Aug 22, 2019
Norma Gonzalez | Aug 22, 2019

What do you mean property?

I am disabled, do I need a special permit to travel with oxygen tanks?

ninnette olivas | Aug 22, 2019
Norma Gonzalez | Aug 22, 2019

I guess not but...I suggest you go with your Dr. And get an advice before you leave!

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Is the border closed on christmas day? What are the hours?

Laura Melgoza | Aug 22, 2019
Noel Arambulo | Aug 22, 2019

Open all day everyday, holidays, HOLY days, any day.

It is safe for pedestrians to cross now?

Edith figueroa | Aug 22, 2019
santiago briano | Aug 22, 2019

No get

I am an immigrant who traveled to Mexico with green card to visit a friend, and realized my green card has expired. I wish to go back tonthe US to renew my Greencard. Will the officer at the border help me with my green card and let me in?

Vy Von Presley | Aug 22, 2019
Ken J | Aug 22, 2019

They should be able to get you a temporary pass to be able to fix it as long as it is not expired too long ago. Just be nice and explain it nicely and you will have a better chance of getting help

Will the border be closed on Thanksgiving Day?

George Esquivel | Aug 22, 2019
Miller Donovan | Aug 22, 2019

No

Hello, if you can walk across to enter Tijuana and enter San Diego regarding the caravan?

Sami Ocampo | Aug 22, 2019
Eleazar Fimbres | Aug 22, 2019

So far the non-pedestrian crossing has not been affected. I have heard comments that American officials verify your papers before crossing back to Mexico through the San Ysidro checkpoint.

It's the border going to be close at midnight?

Ramiro Chavez | Aug 22, 2019
Norma Gonzalez | Aug 22, 2019

No is open 24/7

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It's the border going to be close at midnight I have relatives coming to the airport?

Ramiro Chavez | Aug 22, 2019
Antonio Martinez | Aug 22, 2019

Right now, he's alone

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What are things we can and cannot cross?? What Medication can not be crossed ??

Marbella Manzano | Aug 22, 2019
Norma Gonzalez | Aug 22, 2019

You can cross any medication wirh prescription other wise you'll get a fine..

Where can I report an ongoing crime at Otay border cross?

John Doe | Aug 22, 2019
Chantelle North | Aug 22, 2019

If it's happening at the port of entry then ask to speak to a supervisor. You can report it to them and they will make the proper notifications.

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Is the border of mesa de otay will be open tomorrow?

Galdino Sandoval | Aug 22, 2019
Rudy Ornelas | Aug 22, 2019

Its always open

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Is the line in Otay into US shorter.. than the other one in TJ??

Alexiz mendoza | Aug 22, 2019
Elizabeth Hernandez | Aug 22, 2019

Depends. Are you going through the standard lanes, Ready Lane, or Sentri. You are looking at about an hr to an hour and a half through Otay for the Standard lanes and about 2hrs+ through San Ysidro

Can I cross back into the US with my birth certificate and my ID

Gonzalo Reynaga | Aug 22, 2019
Eleazar Fimbres | Aug 22, 2019

Yes you can. Depending on the officer you might get sent to secondary inspection and possibly questioned a little but you should be able to cross back.

The San Clemente border patrol seized a car from me, someone could help me on where I can go and look for it to recover it, they did not give me information when they took it from me, thank you

Juan Carlos Hernandez | Aug 22, 2019
Norma Gonzalez | Aug 22, 2019

Well you should ask? To a local crane where they are taken

CAN A PERSON CROSS NATURAL SAVILA

CENTRAL RADIADORES | Aug 22, 2018
Fermin Verdugo | Aug 22, 2018

At the border crossing they can give you a leaf of the fruits or vegetables that you can cross.

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Good afternoon, what is the time to get permission

Sánchez Castillo | Aug 22, 2018
Rosario R. Baruch | Aug 22, 2018

24 hours in otay, but keep in mind that there may be a lot of line to get the permit.

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how many cars inready line

Angela Arreguin Salazar | Aug 22, 2018
Christian Bravo | Aug 22, 2018

Check the Facebook Group named "como esta la linea" its the best info

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How can I take the ready line route in otay?

kriztal Miami | Aug 22, 2018
Salvador Lopez | Aug 22, 2018

You pass behind the park by the Las Californias children's hospital, straight ahead

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Usually how long does it take to cross by foot at otay Mesa?

jose luis banuelos | Aug 22, 2018
Noel Arambulo | Aug 22, 2018

Depends on the time of day and day of the week. Holiday weekends will be twice as long. There are several apps for your phone that you can download and shows a graph of wait times each hour of the day.

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Is there parking in the sentry box offices to process the i94 or admission permit?

MTony ST | Aug 22, 2018
Antonio Martinez | Aug 22, 2018

Good morning sir. If there is parking on both sides of the border approximately two hundred meters. In Mexico 3dll and otay from 7 to 10 for 24 hours

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can you get I94 corrected at this CBP office? Quik response appreciated!

Vishwas Bodani | Aug 22, 2018
Vishwas Bodani | Aug 22, 2019

yes

What documents are needed for a 14 year old

James Piatt | Aug 22, 2018
Alexander Kunz | Aug 22, 2018

State ID or passport

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How long is the line

Omar Flores | Aug 22, 2018
Michelle B. | Aug 22, 2018

Depends on day and time. Typically later afternoon/ evenings are shorter wait time. Monday's are bad

How long is the wait at otay to Tijuana bider crossing.

Moliva Nieblas | Aug 22, 2018
jose luis banuelos | Aug 22, 2018

Usually how long will it take to cross by foot

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